How to Pronounce Lithe

To pronounce "lithe", say LITH-e — 2 syllables, IPA /laɪð/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/laɪð/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lithe”

"lithe" has 2 syllables: lith-e. It rhymes with sithe and kithe, if that helps it stick.

What does lithe mean?

verb

  1. To go.

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Words that rhyme with lithe

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sithekithetithehitheblytheblitheflythesmythewythe

Related words

lithesomelissomlissomesveltesuppleslendergracefulsylphlike

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lithe"?▾

"Lithe" has 2 syllables: lith · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "lithe"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lithe" is /laɪð/.

What does "lithe" mean?▾

Lithe: To go.

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